The pulse of points and miles.
Hey awardtrail readers, listen up if you're looking to soak up the sun in Tampa Bay! The Flight Deal just flagged some sweet deals to and from Tampa. We're talking potentially snagging flights for around $337 in regular economy. Now, here's why this matters to you: $337 is a solid price, especially...
Hey Award Trailblazers! Fancy a trip to Jakarta? There's a sale going on right now that could get you there for a steal. The price can wiggle a bit depending on the exact route you choose, so play around with the dates and departure cities to find the sweetest deal. They provided one sample travel d...
Did you know you could be earning Flying Blue miles just by going to concerts and events? It's true! Flying Blue, the loyalty program for Air France and KLM, has a partnership with Ticketmaster that lets you earn miles on your ticket purchases. All you have to do is buy your tickets through the dedi...
Heads up, IHG loyalists! That sweet "Friends & Family" rate many of us have used to snag discounted hotel stays is getting the axe. IHG is replacing it with something called "IHG One Pass." Now, while getting access to special rates sounds great, there's a potential downside to be aware of. The big...
JetBlue fans, rejoice! Your dreams of a comfy pre-flight escape are about to come true. JetBlue's first-ever airport lounge, named BlueHouse (how cute!), is officially opening its doors at JFK on December 18, 2025. Think of it as JetBlue's love letter to its hometown, New York, and a welcome change ...
Avianca LifeMiles is back with a tempting offer: buy miles with up to a 125% bonus, bringing the price down to just 1.47 cents per mile! Why should you care? Because this deal can unlock some seriously sweet flight deals. We're talking United flights to Canada for around $147, business class to Swit...
Hey AwardTrail blazers! Listen up, especially if you're rocking the Chase Sapphire Reserve card. Turns out, your trusty travel companion comes with some sweet Apple benefits you might not even know about! We're talking complimentary subscriptions to Apple TV+ and Apple Music – free entertainment, wh...
Hyatt loyalists, get ready to pack your bags (and your binoculars)! Hyatt just announced a partnership with Mr & Mrs Smith to add 15 *amazing* Asilia Africa properties to its portfolio. We're talking ultra-luxe lodges and campsites smack-dab in the middle of East Africa's best national parks and res...
Hilton Honors is diving into the luxury cruise market with a brand new partnership with Explora Journeys! Now, you can use those hard-earned Hilton points for some seriously swanky sailings. We're talking about redeeming points to relax on a cruise ship. Why should you care? Well, if you're swimmin...
American Airlines is finally launching its brand-new Airbus A321XLR, and you're going to want to know how to snag a seat! This isn't just another plane; the "XLR" stands for "Extra Long Range," meaning it's perfect for those longer, thinner routes that previously might have been hard to reach direct...
Wine lovers, listen up! Last Bottle Wines is offering free ground shipping on all orders during their sale, which is already a win. But here's the real kicker: if you sign up through a referral link, you'll snag a $10 credit. Why is this exciting? Because some of their wines are priced between $8-$...
Heads up, Citi ThankYou points holders! Amazon is running a targeted promotion where you can get 40% off your purchase, up to a sweet $50 discount, when you use your ThankYou points at checkout. You'll need to use at least 125 points (worth $1), but you don't have to pay for the whole purchase with ...
Amazon's back with another targeted "Shop With Points" promotion, and this time it could save you a bundle! If you're targeted, you could snag discounts ranging from 15% to a whopping 50% off your purchase, up to a maximum discount of $80. The catch? You need to use at least $5 worth of your Members...
Heads up, savvy travelers! Amazon and Walmart are practically giving away the new 2025 Apple AirPods Pro 3 for just $199. That's a steal compared to Apple's own price of $249. We're talking the lowest price *ever*, even beating out those Black Friday deals we saw last year! Why should you care? Wel...
Heads up, Chase Sapphire Preferred cardholders! Keep an eye on your email because Chase is sending out targeted offers to upgrade to the Sapphire Reserve and snag a bonus of 25,000 Ultimate Rewards points. To get the bonus, you'll need to spend $3,000 within a few weeks of upgrading. The offer is va...
Heads up, fellow award travelers! If you're one of the many who opened a U.S. Bank brokerage account to snag that sweet 4% cashback on the grandfathered Smartly Visa, there's a change coming that you need to know about. U.S. Bank is nixing the perk of 100 free trades per year, starting in February 2...
IHG fans, listen up! IHG is rolling out a new promotion for the first quarter of 2026 (January 1 to March 31). You can earn double points starting with your *second* stay during that period. Make sure you register for the promo by March 31, 2026 to be eligible. Now, I know what you're thinking: 202...
Robinhood is dangling a 2.5% bonus carrot for crypto transfers, but there's a catch (or two!). If you're a Robinhood member, you might be targeted for this offer, which gives you that sweet bonus if you transfer your crypto to their platform. The big stipulation? You gotta keep those assets parked w...
Want to bulk buy your travel snacks or stock up on those Kirkland Signature goodies? Right now, Costco is offering a deal where new members (or those whose memberships lapsed at least 18 months ago) can snag a $40 or $60 Costco shop card when they sign up for a new membership. You can get this offer...
JetBlue loyalists, get ready to relax! Their first-ever airport lounge, dubbed "BlueHouse," is officially opening its doors at JFK's Terminal 5 on December 18th at 5 AM Eastern. You'll find it conveniently located near gate 526. The lounge will be open daily from 5 AM to 10 PM, though those hours mi...
